Panasonic FH3 vs Ricoh CX4

Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FH3 versus Ricoh CX4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the FH3 (14MP) and CX4 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was announced 7 months before the CX4 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FH3 scores versus the CX4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Ricoh CX4. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH3 has physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH3 versus Ricoh CX4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH3 and the CX4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH3 and CX4 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and CX4.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FH3 to resolve greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged FH3 is going to be behind in sensor technology.